Microsoft Surface Pro 5 12.3in i5 8GB 256GB (2017)
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8 years ago
Microsoft Surface Pro (2017) review: Every bit the pro, but battery life is still a blow
Say hello to the Microsoft Surface 5. Ok, ok, so it's "the new Microsoft Surface Pro", rather than adopting the generational number format in its name. And that's quite possibly because this fifth-generation model looks suspiciously like its predecessor.
Pros:
- Refined design is its best yet
- new keyboard (sold separately) makes for best typing experience yet
- great screen resolution and brightness
- plenty of power available - but fanless Core i5 is probably your best bet
Cons:
- Battery life still isn't great (not in the Core i7 model anyway - fanless Core i5 ought to be better in this regard)
- keyboard not included
- can get mighty expensive - to the point a laptop might make more sense
8 years ago
Microsoft Surface Pro (2017) review: After a hiatus of almost two years Microsoft is returning to the form factor that originally defined the Surface line with a 2017 rendition of the Surface Pro.
Pros:
- Excellent software compatibility
- Powerful hardware
- Stunning screen
- Versatile design
8 years ago
Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 (i5-7300U, 256 GB) Convertible Review
The most noticeable difference between the old Surface Pro 4 and the new Surface Pro 2017 is the latter's improved battery life: more than 12 instead of 7 hours in our Wi-Fi test. No other contestant was able to get even close.
Pros:
- solid
- classy design
- noiseless
- very good battery life (12 - 17 hours
- decent camera with support for Windows Hello
- very good microphone
- bright display with good sRGB coverage
- charges in 2 hours
- very good performance in short bursts <2 minutes
Cons:
- significant throttling in sustained load scenarios
- no USB Type-C
- Signature Type Cover (2017) optional
- Surface Pen (2017) optional
- high price
8 years ago
Mixed feeling with the Surface Pro 2017 i5. 8GB and 256GB
After first windows update, the facial recognition function of the camera no longer working. Wasted a few days tried all the resolutions available online, no luck. It seems to be a known issue for a few years for the Intel image front camera. No definitive solution to it.
8 years ago
There's one word you will rarely hear from Microsoft when it talks about the new Surface Pro: "tablet". Yes, if you take off the Type Cover (or just don't buy it), the Surface Pro looks and feels very much like a tablet. But Microsoft doesn't want you to think of it like that.
8 years ago
Great hardware, often confusing software
I really like the feel of the Surface Pro.
5 years ago
Microsoft Surface Pro 5 (i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB, SSD, Win 10 Tablet) - Excellent review
We’re confused as to why Microsoft didn’t give this the Surface Pro 5 moniker, since it only received the largest improvement on a Surface we’ve seen so far. Despite losing the included Surface Pen, the Microsoft Surface Pro 2017’s massive leap forward helps it retain our coveted Recommended award.
Pros:
- Hugely improved battery life, Much better Surface Pen, Comfier, punchier Type Cover
Cons:
- Surface Pen pulled from package, Only Core i7 can challenge A10X
4 years ago
Microsoft Surface Pro 5 (i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB, SSD, Win 10 Tablet) - Excellent review
Microsoft Surface Pro 7: The Surface Pro 7 is still a fine 2-in-1 but this is a disappointing update
Pros:
- Good value keyboard, Finally has USB Type-C, Tried and tested 2-in-1 design
Cons:
- Middling battery life, Core i7 model disappointing
8 years ago
Still a Pro, despite an unadventurous update
Microsoft's flagship Surface Pro gets an extremely conservative update, but better battery life keeps it the gold standard of Windows hybrid PCs -- for now.
Pros:
- The Surface Pro gets better performance and battery life from its CPU update, and most models are now fanless. The excellent kickstand is even more flexible.
Cons:
- Minimal redesign leaves out USB-C and Thunderbolt options. The Surface Pen stylus is no longer included by default, and new keyboard covers are more expensive than ever. Still not great for lap use.
8 years ago
Microsoft Surface Pro (2017) Review & Rating
When Microsoft released the original Surface products –the first-gen Surface Pro and Surface RT–, we all asked: ‘' Did Microsoft have to make a Tablet?'' Now with the latest Surface, everyone is asking: ‘'Did Microsoft have to do it again?'' At first, we didn't understand…
Pros:
- Newer seventh-generation processors
- Better, prolonged battery life (13 hours)
- Intuitive Surface Pen and Type Cover
- Versatile motion on kickstand
Cons:
- Lacks USB-C or Thunderbolt 3
- Type Cover and Pen Sold separately
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